Subperiosteal Implants – Custom-Fit Implants

The gold standard for missing teeth is dental implants. Yet many patients have heard: “Your jawbone is too resorbed — we cannot place standard implants.”

If you have suffered severe bone loss, do not lose hope. At Dentica International, with 20 years of experience, we introduce you to Subperiosteal Implant technology — a fully customised solution.

What Is a Subperiosteal Implant?

Standard implants are placed inside the jawbone. When insufficient bone volume remains, standard methods become inadequate.

Subperiosteal implants are titanium frameworks designed to sit on top of the bone, custom-fabricated to the exact shape of the patient’s jaw. They provide a permanent, fixed solution for patients who were thought to be condemned to removable dentures.

How Does the Treatment Process Work?

At Dentica International we work with zero-error precision in every case:

3D Imaging: A detailed CT scan creates a digital replica of your jawbone.
Digital Design & Fabrication: Engineers and our surgeons design the implant in millimetre precision to fit your specific bone anatomy.
Surgery: The custom implant is placed on the bone and secured in a single operation by our expert oral surgeon.
Healing & Prosthesis: After tissue healing, permanent zirconia or porcelain teeth are fixed onto the implants.

Who Is It Suitable For?

Subperiosteal implants are developed for cases where standard procedures fall short:

Patients who have been edentulous for many years with severely resorbed jawbone
Insufficient bone height or width for standard implants
Patients who prefer to avoid lengthy bone grafting procedures
Fully or partially edentulous patients seeking fixed comfort

Why Choose Dentica International?

Subperiosteal implant placement demands both advanced technology and surgical expertise. At Dentica International, led by Oral Surgeon Dr. Emine Güllük Öztürk, we manage this complex process safely in our state-of-the-art clinics.

We offer new smiles and quality of life to patients who were turned away with the words “no bone”.

How Subperiosteal Implants Differ from Standard Implants

Standard implants go inside bone; subperiosteal implants rest on bone. This means:

No bone graft required
Potentially shorter treatment timeline
Fixed teeth achievable even with severely reduced bone volume

Healing Process and Outcome

After surgery, a period of several months is allowed for soft-tissue healing. Temporary prostheses keep your daily life uninterrupted. Once healing is complete, permanent aesthetic teeth are fitted.

Alternative Methods for Patients with Bone Loss

Several options can be evaluated for patients with advanced bone loss:

Bone Graft + Standard Implant: Bone is built up first — longer timeline.
All-on-4 / All-on-6: Angled implants in available bone for full edentulism.
Subperiosteal Implant: Custom solution when other options are unsuitable.

Bone Loss & Implant Treatment – Frequently Asked Questions

Can implants be placed with no jawbone at all?

Yes. With our subperiosteal (custom) implants, even patients with severe bone resorption can receive fixed teeth using frameworks designed to sit on the bone surface.

What is the advantage of a custom implant?

It is designed in 3D to match the patient’s exact bone anatomy, providing perfect fit without lengthy additional surgeries like bone grafting.

Is subperiosteal implant surgery difficult?

It must be performed by an expert oral surgeon. At our clinic, led by Dr. Emine Güllük Öztürk, 3D CT-guided planning makes it a safe and predictable procedure.

How long is the healing process?

Healing varies by bone anatomy and scope but generally takes several months. Temporary prostheses allow normal daily life throughout.

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